Metro ,Reporters/ Photographers Job Vacancy in Canada

(Halifax
Edmonton Calgary Toronto)

Metro is looking
for experienced reporters with a talent for discovering the city’s untold or
underreported stories. We want reporters whose unexpected stories will not only
surprise and delight readers, but also will make this reporter’s work a
must-read. Reporting to the Managing Editor, the successful candidates will
have excellent research, photography and writing skills.

What you will do:

  •  Responsible
    for generating story ideas and for covering assigned stories in a range of
    genres: Breaking news, features, entertainment, lifestyle and sports.
  • Photography
    and/or video to accompany stories or to be used as stand-alone items
  • Planning
    of compelling packages in print and online
  • Coverage
    of some early morning and evening assignments as required

Who you
are: 
 

  •  Post-secondary
    degree or diploma in journalism or equivalent experience
  • Four
    years of newspaper reporting experience
  • Newspaper
    photo and video experience are assets
  • Strong
    grasp of all areas of news and feature writing
  • Well
    versed in CP style
  • Ability
    to work to tight deadlines
  • Assertive
    self-starter with own vehicle
  • Excellent
    communication skills
  • Experience
    using social media tools such as Twitter and Facebook
  • Familiarity
    with web CMSs required; basic HTML experience an asset


If you think you have what it takes for this position, send your resume and
cover letter to hr@metronews.ca no later than December 20th,  2014.

PLEASE QUOTE
“Reporter/Photographer” in the subject line along with the desired
location you are applying for.

We would like to
thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only those
considered for an interview will be contacted. All submissions will be treated
as confidential.

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